Boyden Executive Search

Helga Kayser-Dörr specialises in executive recruiting for the manufacturing industry. Clients in metal processing, mechanical engineering, automotive supply, building supply and steel have benefitted from her in-depth expertise in these and other areas. Over the past two decades, Helga has gained significant and varied experience working with mid-sized and large family-owned businesses, as well as diversified multinational industrial conglomerates.

Professional Focus

More than 20 years’ experience in executive search
Leads senior management and executive-level searches within all functions, across Germany and internationally
Deep expertise in the industrial sector with a specialty in manufacturing, including metal processing, mechanical engineering, automotive supply, building supply and steel
Extensive experience with mid-sized and large family-owned companies, both owner-operated and externally managed
Native speaker of German, fluent in English, with good command of French

Business Expertise

Partner and Director at another market-leading executive search and management consultancy in Germany with solid international business
Global Key Account Manager for DAX-listed, diversified industrial engineering group

Practice Membership

Global Industry Practice

Industrial

Additional Expertise

Automotive
Human Resources
Manufacturing
Technology & Digital

Education & Certifications

Degrees in business administration and education from University of Cologne and University of Düsseldorf; studied human resources, organizational theory, economics and social psychology

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